Collect Moments from your 2024-25 Golden State Warriors featuring Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, and Draymond Green!

It takes a special type of atmosphere to leave a player with six NBA Finals appearances, three gold medals, and a 16-year professional incapable of explanation. Yet, as Stephen Curry processed seeing his 11-year “Splash Brother” shooting on —  as he called it — the other end of “the blacktop at recess,” one inevitable, competitive challenge remained: reminding the NBA world of who Golden State’s playground belongs to. Fueled by the adrenaline of a Chase Center already in mid-eruption, Curry takes his crunchtime artistry to a place exclusive to almost him, hunting out a pick-and-roll switch against Dereck Lively II. Authoring an ever-special moment, even after having done it thousands of times, Curry captures another unforgettable sequence, breaking free of the Dallas Mavericks center through a crossover before elevating into a game-clinching, goosebumps-inducing triple, accompanied by a trademark “Night Night” celebration. Curry’s greatness arrived in different layers, the last of which arriving by scoring the Golden State Warriors’ final 12 points to seal a once-improbable come-from-behind victory. The ultimate superstar on November 12, 2024’s emotional night, Curry’s final tally read as follows: 37 points (on 14-of-27 shooting), six rebounds, nine assists, one steal, two blocks, five 3-pointers, and a +24 plus-minus.

Steph Curry

As smiles transitioned into something more serious during Jimmy Butler’s introductory press conference with the Golden State Warriors, it quickly became clear that everyone involved, from player to organization, had endorsed a similar phrase: “Hitting the ground running.” Undoubtedly more used to a slower-paced method of play, Butler used February 8, 2025’s debut to showcase just how much he would sacrifice and adjust for a chance at an elusive NBA title. Blending patience and urgency into his early-offense approach, the six-time All-Star leaves the Chicago Bulls’ already-disorganized transition defense in further disarray after attacking Coby White’s closeout, unlocking a lane to the rim. Having already drawn enough contact to ensure himself two free throws if all else fails, Butler powers through duress, double-clutching a reverse through to extend the Warriors’ late-game double-digit edge. Successfully creating new memories in his old home, Butler helped the Warriors run wild during a blowout win, contributing a 25-point, two-rebound, four-assist, one-steal, one-block tally on elite efficiency overall (7-of-12) and from the charity stripe (11-of-13).

Jimmy Butler

Few players work harder on the defensive end than Draymond Green — just ask the Chicago Bulls. The 11th-year Golden State Warriors forward hustled around the court with a rookie’s energy, first sealing off the baseline from a Zach LaVine dribble drive before dutifully following the ball with laser focus as the Bulls whipped it around the perimeter. When Alex Caruso ultimately pulled the trigger on a 3-point try, Green burst into the guard’s path with flawless anticipation to block the attempt using the full extension of his 6-foot-6 frame. The four-time All-Star created havoc on both ends as he contributed 13 points, nine rebounds, 10 assists and two blocks in helping his squad prevail 119-111 on December 2, 2022.

Draymond Green

It’s safe to say that you’ve reached athletic brilliance when 11 dunk-less days is enough to make you “forget what the air is like” around the rim. But, with victory over the Western Conference’s frontrunner only a few sequences away, Gary Payton II and the Golden State Warriors — perched back sightline of the final Play-In spot afterwards — certainly enjoyed January 29, 2025’s view anyways. Something of a thorn in the Oklahoma City Thunder’s side all throughout Wednesday night’s, nationally-televised showdown, Payton, heeding his coach’s request to “follow the help,” sharply cuts baseline, perfectly presenting himself within view of his surrounded, in-air teammate. Lightning bolt-like in his leap, Payton II outmatches Isaiah Hartenstein for an arena-igniting, game-clinching contact flush. Payton’s demonstration, and trademark Warriors-like plays of that caliber helped Golden State spoil a 52-point showcase from the Thunder’s star. Impactful everywhere, Payton chipped in a 15-point, nine-rebound, three-assist contribution on elite efficiency overall (five-of-seven) and from the charity stride (five-of-five), alongside six deflections in 25 minutes.

Gary Payton II

Before the smoke could clear on 2024-25’s trade deadline, the Golden State Warriors found themselves wrestling the question of whether or not to acquire one final game-changer, this time along the interior, in hopes of strengthening their championship aspirations. On February 10, 2025 — and ultimately beyond — they enjoyed the productivity of a player who might justify their decision to stand pat. Picking a most opportune time to offer his evening’s strongest statement, Quinten Post punishes the Milwaukee Bucks’ decision to leave him unguarded on 3-point island, splashing a spot-up triple from the right baseline. Positioned for a other-side-of-the-floor encore seconds later after his teammate collects a steal, Post stamps one of the Warriors’ classic backbreaker-like runs, sidestepping Taurean Prince’s closeout before canning another triple. Big-time shots of that caliber allowed “The Postman” to help deliver a win, with contributions arriving through 13 points (on a near-perfect four-of-five), four rebounds, one assist, and three 3-pointers.

Quinten Post

The NBA’s schedule makers knew that they could count on combustibles of some sort, as they rekindled the flame of this generation’s most storied head-to-head rivalry. From there, the question became: on the nationally-televised stage, who among their supporting casts would deliver the next biggest message? Bearing shoulder shivers, lightning-quick speed on his drive, and a spirit unbefitting of Christmas Day, Jonathan Kuminga presented himself, catching LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers somewhat unprepared during a pick-and-roll switch. Unstoppable in his gather after pinballing through Max Christie’s slightly-undersized frame, Kuminga puts coal in L.A.’s stocking, powering in a grown man-like throwdown over two defenders, bringing Chase Center to its feet thereafter. The game-clinching layup on the Lakers’ side would eventually give them the last laugh, but the Golden State Warriors encouraged a hotly-contested back-and-forth finish beforehand. Making strong use of his 27-minute cameo, Kuminga contributed 14 points, six rebounds, and a steal.

Jonathan Kuminga

NBA superstars dominate the game, legends change it. Scorching in the midst of a legacy-defining playoff series, Golden State Warriors guard Steph Curry keeps his foot on the gas in a decisive Game 6 matchup on June 16, 2022. With the Boston Celtics on their heels in a pivotal third quarter, Curry sprints down the court to free up a sliver of airspace then pulls up for a soul-crushing deep triple just seconds into the shot clock. In the contest, Curry racked up 34 points, seven rebounds, seven assists, the first Finals MVP of his illustrious career, and a fourth ring that he knows just what to do with.

Steph Curry is “an electric player off the dribble” who “can do it in any way.” In one of KD’s favorite plays of the season from his former teammate, the Golden State Warriors superstar guard pushes the ball up the court and lulls his defender to sleep before hitting a long crossover and blowing past him to take it straight to the cup and loft a layup over the outstretched arm of another challenger at the hoop. Steph had 27 points, 10 assists and seven rebounds in a 117-109 win over the Sacramento Kings on October 24, 2021.

In his rise toward superstardom, Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry has become most-known for his three-point shooting and the fear it strikes in opposing defenses. That said, you don’t become a multi-time NBA champion without knowing how to make critical plays on the defensive end, too. Taking on the challenge of guarding Memphis Grizzlies’ guard Ja Morant with the game down to a single shot, Curry mirrors him perfectly before meeting him at the launch point for a game-saving block. The two-time MVP chipped in with 24 points, five triples, three rebounds and four assists helping the Warriors throw the first haymaker of the series with a 117-116 win on May 1, 2022.

There are three-point shooters who change games, and three-point shooters who change the game. Steph Curry is definitively the latter. In a home opener to kick off another potential MVP season, the Golden State Warriors guard pushes the ball up the court and heaves it to a teammate in the corner. Curry then chases his own pass and calls for the ball back to sink a high-flying, catch-and-shoot triple. The seven-time All-Star hit his first 10 field goals of the night on October 21, 2021, while pouring in 25 of his 45 points in the first quarter alone.

Draymond Green’s a true extension of his coach on the floor, able to make reads on the fly and adjust accordingly to create a positive result for his squad. Here, the Golden State Warriors All-Star brings the ball up, directs traffic and motions his teammate to cut to the basket in time for a perfect feed. Green dropped six points, pulled down seven rebounds and had six assists in a 126-112 win over the Washington Wizards on March 14, 2022.

When the Golden State Warriors get a numbers advantage on the break, it’s wise to get your cameras ready. Taking advantage of a teammate’s excellent defense, Warriors rookie forward Jonathan Kuminga leaks out in transition, outrunning each of the Sacramento Kings players down the floor before starting up his own in-game Slam Dunk Contest with a show-stopping reverse cradle jam. Kuminga had highlights in abundance with 18 points, seven rebounds and a steal in a 126-114 victory on February 3, 2022.

Give and you shall receive, or such was the case for Gary Payton II, who happened to be in position for the biggest shot of his professional career in the fourth quarter of Game 5 of the First Round. Following a series of extra passes, Payton finds himself open with the ball, then stabilizes for a three-pointer that extends the Golden State Warriors’ lead to five, effectively sealing the series over the Denver Nuggets. Payton was dependable and excellent, with 15 points on six-of-eight shooting and three triples in a 102-98 victory on April 27, 2022.

Steph Curry hoops on a different plane of existence while the rest of us take notes. After casually strolling past half-court and into his effective range, the NBA’s most potent deep threat draws three Philadelphia 76ers defenders, steps back into an effortless triple, then signals to the Chase Center crowd that he’s feeling it in a way that only he could. Curry finished the November 24, 2021 contest with 25 points, 10 dimes and a Golden State Warriors victory.

Steph Curry’s shooting and scoring abilities get their just praise — but how about some love for the way the Golden State Warriors star gets his buckets? Granted an opportunity to strike from the corner, Curry sets his sight on the rim, splitting two defenders with a smooth behind-the-back maneuver, then finishes at the cup with a layup. The four-time champion scores two of his game-high 24 points on the play while also chipping in six rebounds, 10 assists, two steals and five triples in his squad’s 111-101 win on November 18, 2022.

Can you even call it a heat check when the temperature is always through the roof? Golden State Warriors point guard Steph Curry continues to redefine what’s possible from beyond the arc – and on the dance floor – pulling up from the logo for a forty-footer three seconds into the shot clock in a February 6, 2021 tilt against the Dallas Mavericks. The icon finished with 11 triples and 57 total points on the night.

Despite sharing the floor with All-Stars on a nightly basis, Golden State Warriors rookie Jonathan Kuminga has shown that his athleticism and two-way potential aren't to be overlooked. Rotating over from the weak side, the 2021 lottery pick takes to the skies to send a Brooklyn Nets layup the other way for a highlight rejection. Kuminga did a little bit of everything, putting up seven points, six rebounds and one block in a 117-99 win on November 16, 2021.

When Steph Curry is feeling it, just sit back and enjoy. The revolutionary Golden State Warriors guard flexes his handle against the Minnesota Timberwolves, dancing around his defender on the perimeter and capping off the possession with a step-back triple on January 27, 2021.

Steph Curry’s bag runs deep. The Golden State Warriors’ MVP candidate switches up speed and direction as he navigates through a San Antonio Spurs defense, demonstrates how effective subtle eye and ball fakes can be, then strolls into the paint for a layup on January 20, 2021.

It may not always show up on the stat sheet but somehow, someway Kevon Looney consistently leaves an impression on the Golden State Warriors’ playoff battles. Creating hustle play after hustle play, Looney gets rewarded as a teammate draws in two Dallas Mavericks defenders before scooping a pass his way for a buzzer-beating slam. The play capped off a third quarter in which the Warriors cut the Mavericks’ 14-point halftime lead to just two. Helping his team defend home court to take a 2-0 series lead in the Western Conference Finals, Looney unleashed a postseason career-high 21 points on 10-of-14 shooting, 12 rebounds and two assists in the 126-117 triumph on May 20, 2022.

Kevon Looney

Staying active and engaged as an offensive rebounder is essential. Golden State Warriors center Kevon Looney flies in to corral a deflected rebound and has the presence of mind to finish a difficult layup, to help the Warriors take the lead, with under 14 seconds left to play. Looney had a strong outing in Golden State’s 102-100 victory over the Indiana Pacers on December 13, 2021 with 14 points, eight rebounds, three assists and a game-winning putback.

You don’t revolutionize the game of basketball without a healthy dose of creativity. Steph Curry cuts through the paint to bail out teammate Kelly Oubre Jr. and immediately flips a behind the back pass to Kevon Looney on January 4, 2021. Curry dropped 30 points, nine boards and eight assists in a blowout win over the Sacramento Kings.

Whether it’s in the paint among the giants or along the perimeter against shooters, when it’s postseason basketball, few can quarterback a defense the way Draymond Green can. Setting the tone for a dominant defensive effort in Game 1, the former Defensive Player of the Year shows both athleticism and smarts, flying from one side of the court to the deep corner, blocking away a Dallas Mavericks three-point attempt, helping the Golden State Warriors open a 10-point first-quarter lead. Green’s box score was predictably versatile, with 10 points, nine rebounds, three assists, two steals and one block in a sizable win on May 18, 2022.

If at first you don’t succeed, try again. These are words to live by for Kevon Looney, as the Golden State Warriors big man got to play the role of double overtime savior against a feisty Atlanta Hawks squad. When Klay Thompson — who scored 54 points in the game — had a rare misfire, this game seemed destined for a third extra frame until Looney positioned himself for the putback try. Looney’s first attempt is off the mark, but he stays with the ball and gets another opportunity, this time laying it in as time expires. Looney’s 14 points, 20 rebounds and four assists were a major catalyst in Golden State’s 143-141 triumph on January 2, 2023. 

See an open lane and take it. With defensive attention zeroed in on Golden State Warriors teammate Steph Curry, versatile big man Draymond Green finds a clear path to the cup. It doesn’t take more than a split second for Green to decide what he wants to do: one hard dribble, two big steps and one monster hammer up and over the defense. Green registered a well-rounded line of eight points, eight boards and five dimes in the November 5, 2021 win over the visiting New Orleans Pelicans.

Watching that first NBA basket fall through the hoop is pretty high up on the list of dreams to achieve - nobody expects you to make your defender touch earth in the process. Sizing up a gap in the New Orleans Pelicans defense, Golden State Warriors rookie Brandin Podziemski wastes no time capitalizing, attacking his man off the dribble, leaving him in the dust on a crossover, then euro stepping into a finger roll. Podziemski finished with five points and eight boards in his October 30, 2023 debut.

Brandin Podziemski

One does not body the monolithic reigning MVP by skipping their workouts. Left alone matched up against Nikola Jokic in the low post, Golden State Warriors guard Gary Payton II stays with the hulking center as he pivots into a runner, sends the attempt packing, then careens down to the floor for an impromptu push-up session in preparation for his next low-post battle. In addition to the unexpected block, Payton II finished the February 16, 2022 matchup with 12 points and six steals.

On a two-on-one fastbreak opportunity, the highlight possibilities are endless. Running the floor with a teammate, Golden State Warriors guard Gary Payton II gets a chance to add to his already impressive reel, stretching out to finish at the rim with a monstrous alley-oop slam on November 10, 2021.

It doesn’t take long for rivalries to bloom - even less with larger-than-life characters like Steph Curry in the mix. In an early season rematch of a playoff series that went seven games last spring, Curry drives a dagger through the hearts of the Sacramento Kings with less than a minute remaining in a hard-fought contest. Curry paced the Golden State Warriors with 41 points on 14-of-19 shooting in the October 27, 2023 contest.

Seemingly inspired by the NBA’s recent, historic scoring binge, Steph Curry decided it was time to welcome himself to the 60-point party. Right at home during a fast-paced, nip-and-tuck affair against the Atlanta Hawks, the former two-time NBA Most Valuable Player put in the second-highest scoring game of his illustrious career as only he could: 3-pointers from every area of the hardwood, subtle attacks to the rim whenever the defense assumed it had cracked the code, and perhaps most impressively, only six free throws. The Golden State Warriors would ultimately be topped in overtime, but not without top-tier theatrics from the 10-time All-Star. Unable to be contained, Curry lit up the scoreboards for 60 points and 10 three-pointers — only the third player in NBA history to hit those two marks —  along with six rebounds, four assists, and a block on February 3, 2024.

When it comes to subtle cuts and ball movement through the high post, no team does it quite like the Golden State Warriors. Gaining a head of steam on a cut through the middle of the floor, Jonathan Kuminga puts on a demonstration, taking to the skies for a violent flush over the outstretched arms of a Los Angeles Clippers defender. Kuminga chipped in six points, two rebounds and one of the season’s top dunks in a narrow loss on December 2, 2023.

Even in his 11th season, Draymond Green is still finding new creative ways to facilitate for his teammates. The four-time All-Star turns a steal against the Washington Wizards into an adventure as he picks off an inbounds pass and has to stay nimble to prevent the still-loose ball from rolling out of bounds. Sensing he’s running out of available real estate, a quick-thinking Green finally corralls the ball and heaves a pass to Andrew Wiggins for an open layup before careening over the end line. The four-time champion stuffed the stat sheet with 17 points, six rebounds, 10 assists and three steals in the Golden State Warriors’ 127-118 win on January 16, 2023. 

Although he may be a long way from home as the Association’s only current Brazilian-born player, Gui Santos’ method of choice for his first-ever NBA bucket was anything but foreign. Eyeballing the chance at a milestone score, the Golden State Warriors swingman, fittingly, waits for the defense to avert its eyes before slipping into a cunning backdoor cut. Free to retrieve his teammate’s no-look dime, Santos works established chemistry with one of his trusted Summer League go-tos, finishing a rookie-to-rookie connection with a right-handed reverse layup off the glass. Smooth and intuitive in his style, Santos has both proven to be a seamless fit in the Warriors’ pass-happy offense, while also extending the franchise’s lineage of Brazilian talent. In the loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on November 16, 2023, the former second-rounder needed just three minutes to tally up two points, three rebounds, and one assist.

Gui Santos

He didn’t miss a shot and his team won the game — not a bad night at the office for Jonathan Kuminga. The Golden State Warriors second-year forward continued to show positive signs in his development as he displayed excellent synergy with Draymond Green, getting behind the defense on a backdoor cut and slamming home an emphatic alley-oop. Kuminga made all five of his shots, contributing 13 points and four rebounds in Golden State’s 120-109 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on March 28, 2023. After winning a ring with the Warriors as a rookie, Kuminga posted improved numbers in nearly every major statistical category. 

Finally given the ultra-green light, Jonathan Kuminga appears positioned to become a star in the blue-and-gold. Locked into in the most prolific scoring stretch of his young career, Kuminga catches a Brooklyn Nets defender off-guard with a swift blow-by before taking flight, adjusting in mid-air for an acrobatic throwdown in traffic. On the way to becoming the second-youngest Golden State Warrior to surpass the 2,000-point mark, Kuminga starred in the victory, putting in 28 points, 10 rebounds, three assists, a steal and two blocks on February 5, 2024.

If you can shoot the lights out, think quickly, and play unselfishly, you’ll fit right in on the Golden State Warriors. Checking every box, Warriors rookie Brandin Podziemski adds to his expanding highlight reel, stealing an outlet pass attempt before beating both the Minnesota Timberwolves’ defense and the play clock with a one-legged 3-point bucket off the glass. Podziemski’s buzzer-beating triple helped Golden State stay competitive in a narrow loss on November 14, 2023. Rising to the occasion in the In-Season Tournament, the do-it-all rookie supplied 23 points, seven rebounds, five assists, and one steal.

Where would the Golden State Warriors be without Kevon Looney? As one of the more unheralded glue guys of the Warriors’ championship era, the eighth-year forward continued to provide solid production against the LA Clippers when he got the best of Robert Covington on a post up from the elbow. Once Looney got in front of his defender, he finished the possession with a backboard-shaking throwdown. The three-time champion tallied 11 points and eight rebounds in 25 minutes of work in his squad’s runaway 115-91 victory on March 2, 2023.

No matter the personnel, opponent, or situation, you can always count on the Golden State Warriors to take an opponent’s defense for a ride with its charitable ball movement. Setting the tone for its unselfishness with an excellent defensive stop, the Warriors swing the ball around eight times on one possession, with Chris Paul fittingly ending the possession by finding Klay Thompson for a catch-and-shoot triple. In rhythm all throughout the night, Golden State punished the Houston Rockets with 21 3-point makes, on the way to a historic home win on November 20, 2023.

Golden State Warriors

With length to cover ground in a hurry and speed to change direction on a dime, Jonathan Kuminga is a constant threat to slash through the paint. Checked at the top of the key in a halfcourt set, Kuminga blows by his defender with a crossover, heads straight into the post and converts an acrobatic layup for two. Kuminga finished the November 3, 2023 matchup with 19 points on 9-of-15 shooting.

Home, as usual, to one of the NBA’s fastest-paced, most team-oriented styles, Chase Center may not have a quote-unquote “best seat in the house,” once the Golden State Warriors settle into their groove. In creating one of the new NBA campaign’s most magical highlights right in front of the fans, though, Brandin Podziemski may’ve offered up a contender on November 15, 2024. Seldom far from the top in any hustle-based statistic recorded, Podziemski showcases his patented selflessness and IQ, hustling to track down a teammate’s swipe with the sideline’s out-of-bounds line threatening to leave his ambition null-and-void. Unintentionally offering a tribute to core strength enthusiasts everywhere, Podziemski — whirling a possession-saving steal-and-dime over his torso at once — provides a front row seat to brilliance as the pass, absurdly, ends up in perfect position for a teammate’s fastbreak jam. Podziemski’s play was a wave Golden State rode to NBA Cup victory No. 2; in outworking the Memphis Grizzlies, the second-year guard offered 11 points (on three-of-six), seven rebounds, five assists, one steal, and a 3-pointer.

It certainly wouldn’t have qualified as “rocket science,” but after misfiring on its first 10 3-pointers on Opening Night, the Golden State Warriors stumbled upon a working strategy: introducing the NBA’s No. 1 3-point producer over the last eight seasons. Verifying himself as a hand-in-glove fit from the moment a hand wasn’t in his face, Buddy Hield hustles through the motions of Golden State’s heavy-pass, heavy-movement offense, ultimately finding the ball near the left wing. Precise in timing a dribble that puts Kris Murray through a difficult pick-and-roll puzzle, Hield, finally free, unloads an off-balanced trifecta, tying a low-scoring game in the first frame. In roughly the same amount of time that it takes to bake pizza, Hield burned the Portland Trail Blazers’ defense similarly, netting 22 points (on 8-of-12), alongside five rebounds, one assist, and five 3-pointers in just 15 minutes. Producing a +21 plus-minus over that span, Hield played an immeasurable role in the Warriors’ largest season-opening win in franchise history on October 23, 2024.

Buddy Hield

Don’t let the towering frame fool you, Kevon Looney can get to his spots with the ball in his hand. Checked with his back to the basket along the baseline, Looney draws his defender away from the post then blows past him into the paint for a two-handed slam. Looney finished the October 27, 2023 Golden State Warriors victory with eight points, 12 rebounds, six assists and three steals.

Whether it be through orchestrating the game-winning stop, snagging the must-have rebound, or even a well-timed pass, Draymond Green has proven to be a level above master when it comes to swaying the game’s outcome without needing to score. Holding a two-point lead with a minute to go and suddenly, an unimpeded path to the rim, the four-time All-Star uses his IQ to put a foil in the Portland Trail Blazers’ comeback plans, drawing the defense in before flinging an underhand alley-oop dime to a cutting teammate for the ultimately deciding score. Similar to the outcome, the future Hall of Famer’s box score was an all-too-familiar sighting as Green finished with 10 points, 10 rebounds, nine assists, and two blocks. The near triple-double was the only thing he didn’t accomplish, as the Golden State Warriors proved triumphant on December 6, 2023.

Through a tenacious two-way fire around the rim, and an ability to pin opponents’ shots against the glass, Trayce Jackson-Davis has helped the Golden State Warriors’ goal of potentially reopening its championship contention window once more. Predictably key in a battle somewhat defined by points in the paint, Jackson-Davis keeps his head swiveled defensively, recognizing Jose Alvarado’s opposite-side drive just quickly enough to rotate over into a could-be contest. Decidedly taking it a step further, Jackson-Davis sends the layup attempt careening off the backboard for a block-and-rebound sequence, unlocking a teammate’s transition layup shortly thereafter. Statistically among the NBA’s better rim high-volume protectors, Jackson-Davis illustrated it on October 30, 2024, as he compiled six contested shots, alongside 15 points (on seven-of-nine shooting), nine rebounds, two assists, one block, and a +11 plus-minus in 20 minutes. The Warriors’ second-year big had his play rewarded with a victory over the New Orleans Pelicans, moving his team’s record to 4-1 on the just-beginning season.

Trayce Jackson-Davis

A decade-and-half into mastering the art of making the faraway appear close, and the seemingly-impossible appear easy, Stephen Curry confirmed for all who might’ve been curious that yes, over-the-head, full-court skyhook passes are also embedded into his long-range arsenal. Blending together an eye-opening highlight tape before some had even found their seats at Smoothie King Center, the Golden State Warriors superstar engulfs a rebound, all the while maintaining his downfloor teammate’s fastbreak position in his peripheral. In a maneuver that would’ve brought a smile to the NBA’s No. 2 leading scorer, Curry puts torque on a hooking, over-the-body dime that perfectly falls into his teammate’s grasp, setting up a jaw-dropping assist. Accuracy, in nearly every way, was the name of the game for Curry, as he tallied 19 points, seven rebounds, seven assists, one steal, one block, and four 3-pointers. Such efforts helped Golden State survive a nail-biter, clinching West Group C through a victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on November 22, 2024.

12-year veterans with eight NBA teams on their career résumés are likely immune to much overthinking, but in Dennis Schröder’s case, there was one surefire way to ensure his fit in the Golden State Warriors’ offense would be hand-in-glove: selfless passing. Capable of bringing jolts to any offense leaguewide, the crafty German floor general gets to work against the Memphis Grizzlies’ resistance, using a pick-and-pop drive to magnetize two defenders. Unofficially raising his “teammate chemistry” by 10 percent — as it often works in video games — Schröder unleashes a behind-the-back dime, setting up a teammate for a clean look and wide-open midrange bucket. Box score positives weren’t aplenty in December 19, 2024’s loss, but Schröder wasted little time introducing some of the could-be long-term benefits of his presence in the backcourt. In 22 minutes of play, the talented journeyman chipped in five points, two rebounds, and five assists.

Dennis Schröder

In a day and age where players often deactivate social media and forgo “outside noise” ahead of the postseason, Brandin Podziemski found that a quick scroll provided all of the motivation necessary ahead of April 28, 2025’s Game Four. Inspired upon learning that five of the series’ top six scorers were on the opposition, the Golden State Warriors’ second-year talent searched for one of his many big-time buckets, using first a fake-and-sidestep combination to escape Amen Thompson’s reach. Money on the pull-up jumper thereafter, Podziemski brought the crowd to its feet through his night’s sixth triple, all the while ballooning Golden State’s final-quarter lead with its two-time Most Valuable Player on the sidelines. Admittedly relishing his opportunity, Podziemski rose to the occasion flawlessly, riding the six-trifecta night to a 26-point heatwave (on 9-of-18 shooting), alongside a five-rebound, five-assist, two-steal, one-block complement as he helped push the Houston Rockets to elimination’s brink.

Logically speaking, of all the ways for Buddy Hield to make his first entry into the storied and well-documented saga of the Golden State Warriors and Boston Celtics, one stood out as perhaps the best. By stealing a page from the book of his Hall of Fame-bound teammate, of course. Recognizing after the game, Golden State’s need for a “statement win” to accompany their almost-undefeated record, Bay Area’s newest sharpshooter works on its creation, using a Chef-like court relocation to free his superstar guard for a drive-and-kick. Quick in his lace of the seams, Hield releases a 3-pointer that exceeds Derrick White’s reach and falls through, putting the Warriors ahead by seven in the final minute. Familiar with the works and winning ways of the original “Splash Brothers,” Hield played understudy to the role with familiarity in November 6, 2024’s win over the reigning champions, securing 16 points (on 6-of-11 shooting), six rebounds, one block, and four 3-pointers.

In both the game of life and basketball, it’s frequently said that for great competitors, one doesn’t need to get ready if they stay ready. Having made a four-year NBA career out of remaining prepared amidst unpredictabilities, it was only right that Jonathan Kuminga’s most recent example included a mastery on the heightened playoff stage. Busy adding highlights during a third quarter that featured everything from poster dunk-offs against the Minnesota Timberwolves’ star to acrobatic, gravity-defying layups, Kuminga drifts towards the far left 3-point corner on this possession, searching for something less powerful. Matching his teammate’s creative behind-the-back dish with his own accuracy, the Golden State Warriors’ gifted swingman buries a 3-pointer, adding to one of his many memorable moments during an 18-point second half. Victory eluded the shorthanded Warriors on May 10, 2025, but for Kuminga, it marked another breakout-type sequence, as he secured 30 points — and a 24.3-point average over the final four games — joined by six boards, three assists, two rejections, and three 3-pointers.

Back into the flow of the Golden State Warriors’ offense after missing seven games, Draymond Green’s recently-recovered calf might’ve required easing in, but his all-seeing basketball mind proved ready from the jump. Predictably short on offensive hiccups during regular-season game No. 848 of his illustrious career, Golden State’s point forward throws on his invisible lime-green vest before directing traffic from the midpost area. Maneuvering the Orlando Magic’s defenders like chess pieces after threatening a through-the-paint drive, Green finishes the job with a behind-the-back dime to a backdoor-cutting teammate, securing a highlight assist thereafter. A master in the art of impacting games without gaudy scoring numbers, Green’s selfless command of the offense — and quietly-clutch two-way contributions in crunchtime — sat among the defining storylines in February 3, 2025’s win. Altering the game during his 29-minute return, Green produced an efficient four-point, seven-rebound, five-assist, one-steal tally, alongside a +9 plus-minus.

At every stop of his 14-year, five-team NBA journey, Jimmy Butler has left behind footprints and trails of success of some sort, largely through two superpowers: versatility, and an uncalmable competitive fire. On February 21, 2025, the Golden State Warriors — and their opponents — got to see a smoothly-fused blend of both during one violation-forcing defensive sequence. Finding all-world bucket-getters at every turn, Butler smoothly switches from DeMar DeRozan to Zach LaVine, moving with the wind as he navigates through a pick-and-roll battle against former fellow Windy City greats. Anything but shy as he covers LaVine’s drive-and-pump tightly enough to be a second forearm sleeve, Butler shifts his attention to a third could-be scorer in Domantas Sabonis, before charging back to LaVine, forcing a 24-second runout. For a player with statistics that don’t flawlessly paint the picture of his all-around impact, Butler’s box score did its best here; versatile in the win, Butler produced a 17-point, three-rebound, seven-assist, three-steal contribution, and, according to NBA tracking data, at least one defensive possession on 10 different Sacramento Kings.

Jimmy Butler III

By the time the Golden State Warriors boarded the flight back to Texas with eyes on a closeout win, the clutch-as-can-be defensive versatility of Draymond Green had become the talk of two different towns. Any conversations, though, required increased volume, given how loudly the applause was for 2024-25’s Hustle Player of the Year after one particular end-of-night sequence in Game Three. In need of one final clampdown with the Rockets behind by six in the last half-minute, Green predictably answers the call, matching his teammate’s deflection with a break-starting save of the basketball. Quarterback-like in his forward thinking, Green then positions his teammate for a game-icing throwdown, securing a 3-1 series advantage. The Houston Rockets — receiving a few more trash-talking barbs thereafter, of course — were introduced to the full-on “Draymond Green Experience” on April 26, 2025. Alongside immeasurable competitiveness, Green’s loaded statsheet ultimately read as follows: seven points, eight rebounds, four assists, two steals, three blocks, a +12 plus-minus, 16 contested shots, three deflections, and a 30.0 shooting percentage allowed (on 20 attempts).

A hidden gem if there ever were one, given his said-to-be “game-changing” presence from the 2024 NBA Draft’s No. 52 spot, Quinten Post decided it was time to be everywhere at once during March 20, 2025’s win. Subtle in his spot among the Association’s elite knockdown shooters, Post attaches a new highlight to the reputation, turning his teammate’s drive-and-kick into a deep-range splash. Before his name could even be uttered over the Golden State Warriors’ arena loudspeakers, the versatile 7-footer emerges once more, sequencing his bucket with a sound rotation and denial of Colin Castleton’s layup attempt. Post’s impact, noticeable both on-court and through the statsheet, helped the Warriors rapidly turn a seven-point deficit into a lead by the third quarter’s end. Packing muscle into the end-of-game box score — even given a strict 3-point shot diet — Post helped conquer the Toronto Raptors through an 18-point outburst (on six triples) alongside two rebounds, one steal, and one block.

Offensively gifted enough to work his way into a rare type of 33-point game — even with neither team crossing the 100-point barrier — Jonathan Kuminga left himself as a player worth discussing by December 5, 2024’s end. His one-of-a-kind night’s biggest play, though, ironically required attacking before anyone could begin speaking. Turning top of the key pick-and-rolls into recurring nightmares for the Houston Rockets’ defense throughout, the blossoming fourth-year talent deploys it once more, with the Golden State Warriors on the doorstep of victory. Perfectly playing his cards, Kuminga, watching both Dillon Brooks and Fred VanVleet in the middle of a seemingly-miscommunicated switch, turns the lights out on Houston’s victory hopes with a powerful gather and victory-sealing finish. Heroic in a way the box score perfectly described, Kuminga accounted for ⅓ of the Warriors’ 99 points, complementing his career-best scoring night with equally-elite efficiency (13-of-22 shooting), seven rebounds, two assists, one block, and three 3-pointers. The 14-point fourth quarter takeover also made Kuminga the youngest Warrior with multiple 30-point games since 1994.

With 30 combined 3-pointers (on a sizzling-hot 52.6 percent shooting) between the two as they strolled into halftime’s tunnel, the Golden State Warriors and Dallas Mavericks would’ve been somewhat understood, if their eyes struggled to drift inside the arc. Dazzling from every area of the floor, though, Jonathan Kuminga perhaps decided that December 15, 2024’s highlight reel needed versatility. Turning on the turbo boosts from the moment his teammates unearth a turnover from Spencer Dinwiddie’s possession, Kuminga benefits from an unselfish skip-ahead pass before sending supercharging the arena with a one-handed throwdown. In what became one of 2024-25’s highest-scoring games, Golden State’s steadily-rising fourth-year swingman left himself among the must-sees, even during a hard-fought loss. Setting the tone for a December built through consistent bucket-getting, Kuminga —  in double-figure scoring in every game during the month — shined with 20 points (on 9-of-15 shooting), three rebounds, six assists, and two 3-pointers.

Often associated with the tagline, “Strength in Numbers,” Jonathan Kuminga and the Golden State Warriors couldn’t have helped but appreciate the numerical advantage in transition that one perfectly-timed double team allowed for on October 29, 2024. Playing his role in enveloping the New Orleans Pelicans’ offense with traps, hedges, and double teams, Kuminga telegraphs Yves Missi’s heavily-pressured pass, immediately veering towards the floor’s opposite end after producing a steal. Infinite in his options during a two-man breakaway with no red jersey within view, Kuminga hosts an early-season Slam Dunk Contest, igniting the Chase Center crowd with an effortless reverse cradle flush. Ahead by 13 after Kuminga’s late-game jam, Golden State rode that momentum to the first of back-to-back victories over New Orleans in successive nights. Ultimately a star during his first game along the second unit, the fourth-year talent accumulated 17 points (on 6-of-13 shooting), three rebounds, three assists, two steals, one block, and a 3-pointer.

In a nod of respect to December 8, 2024’s opponents, the Golden State Warriors’ commentators made a quite accurate pregame observation: in the NBA, it’s not always about who you’re playing, but rather, when you’re playing them. And, as Draymond Green-led teams have proven year-after-year, few opponents are more difficult to overcome than a four-time NBA champion itching to avenge a loss to the familiar foe. Oozing with a confidence and competitive spirit of old, Green — with Golden State ahead by six in the final half-minute — sizes up a longtime adversary in Rudy Gobert, ultimately using an inverted pick-and-roll, clearing his runway for a one-handed dagger. Green’s “nite-nite” celly, borrowed from the teammate who sprung him free on the screen, effectively told the story of the Warriors’ victory, allowing them to finally avenge the Minnesota Timberwolves. Effective, as always, in his complementary role, the four-time All-Star assembled six points, six rebounds, seven assists, and one block, providing momentum heading into Golden State’s play in the NBA Cup Semifinals.

Buddy Hield’s use of “air quotes” — as teammates can humorously attest — might be slightly questionable, but when topics shift to launching accurate trifectas during must-win playoff games, Golden State’s first-year sharpshooter often comes equipped with every answer. Intent on following his 33-point Game Seven in Houston with something similar during the series opener in Minnesota, Hield conducts a clinic in off-ball relocation, migrating to a wide-open corner after a drive-and-kick. The end result, as expected, was a spot-on 3-pointer, guiding Hield’s path to a 22-point second half after nearly going scoreless over the first two quarters. The outburst helped keep the Golden State Warriors’ selfless, pass-and-cut heavy philosophy in play, even with perhaps basketball’s greatest off-ball creator hamstrung by injury.  The game’s No. 1 scorer by buzzer’s sound, Hield closed through a 24-point, eight-rebound, three-assist, one-steal, five-triple contribution, alongside 3.28 miles traveled — 2024-25’s leader, for reference, averaged 2.89 per game — during May 6, 2025’s upset of the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Missing nary a beat as they limped into October 29, 2024’s early-season home clash without league history’s premier deep-range shooter, the Golden State Warriors’ counter involved something similar: the depth of its talented bench. In-sync with Golden State’s selfless style as if it weren’t just his fourth game in the white-and-gold, Lindy Waters III punishes Jordan Hawkins’ faceguard attempt with a speedy, veteran-like cut towards the rim. Finding the leverage advantage to be his entirely, Waters showcases athleticism, quickly getting airborne for an eye-opening flush before three different New Orleans Pelicans defenders can respond. With the “Splash Brothers” era officially curtained, Waters — perhaps living to his literal name — kept splashy plays close to the Warriors’ identity, as he compiled 21 points (on 8-of-13 shooting), eight rebounds, four assists, one steal, and three 3-pointers. Captaining the 54-point contribution from the reserves, Waters, in a team-high 30 minutes, fueled a blowout win to move Golden State to 3-1.

Lindy Waters III

For everything that’s changed since the Golden State Warriors first burst onto the scene as championship contenders a decade ago, there’s one statistic that paints them in a positive light year-after-year: points created off cuts. Eager to join in on the fun, Pat Spencer helps organize Golden State’s trademark “split action” set, delivering a high-post pass before racing through the floor’s middle, this time receiving possession with a full head of steam. Too powerful in his liftoff for Walker Kessler to dare contain, Spencer reaches back, delivering an unforgiving one-handed facial that leaves even the Utah Jazz’s home crowd in a stunned murmur. Once upon a time a record-setting lacrosse star, Spencer put his versatility and athleticism on full display during February 5, 2025’s narrow loss. Making strong use of his 14-minute appearance, Spencer finished with seven points (on three-of-six shooting), four rebounds, and four assists.

Pat Spencer

From their now-shared “Night Night” celebration to the methods in which they influence one another’s scoring, it’s worth suggesting that after 13 shared seasons, Stephen Curry and fellow title-raising teammate know one another’s movements before they even happen. Testing the theory during an early-game ball screen against the New York Knicks, Curry disattaches himself of Miles McBride before freezing in his tracks around the free throw area to re-analyze the defense. Knowing the lack of a roll to inevitably mean a pop, Curry unleashes a nonchalant-as-can-be behind-the-back assist to his eagerly-awaiting wingman, setting up an uncontested 3-point bucket. Two days after making NBA history through 4,000 3-point makes, Curry’s accuracy — as both a shooter and facilitator — remained spot on during March 15, 2025’s win. Unphased by relatively-low scoring numbers on both sides, the Golden State Warriors’ megastar stood out through a 28-point contribution (on 8-of-20 shooting), accompanied by seven rebounds, five assists, one block, and four 3-pointers.

Two-and-a-half weeks before the 2025 NBA Playoffs began, 16-year superstar Stephen Curry took to his postgame presser, uttering five words that should’ve perked the ears of every Western Conference contender: “The tank is pretty full.” Using it to fuel the Golden State Warriors’ Game One road win, No. 30 unleashed the full checklist on April 20, 2025. Unconscious trifectas from the Houston Rockets’ sidecourt logos. Geometrically-unfair, shot-clock-beating 3-pointers, all the while falling out of bounds; if it could be done, Curry forced the unsupporting Texas crowd to ensure it during the series opener. The final play-by-play tallied Curry for five different 3-pointers of 25+ feet away, planting the seeds for a 31-point, six-rebound, three-assist, one-steal finish on rock-solid efficiency overall (12-of-19), from deep (five-of-nine), and from the foul line (two-of-two). Riding the wave of their “Splash Brother,” the Warriors cruised to a statement-sending Game One win, immediately stealing home court advantage against a common foe.

Galvanized by a vintage post-halftime run that encouraged a double-digit lead, the Golden State Warriors’ home crowd had grown quite social in celebration on January 23, 2025. Little did they know, the Warriors’ red-hot offense was drafting up one final post worth celebrating before the third quarter’s conclusion. Best described as a specialist in pick-and-pop scoring, No. 52 pick Quinten Post — with his NBA career’s most productive game to date in progress — drifts towards the 3-point arc’s top with 18,064 in attendance aware of what would follow. Bringing even Golden State’s two-time Most Valuable Player to his feet, Post drains a 3-pointer, pushing the lead to 16. Superb in his ability to space the floor, Post overwhelmed the Chicago Bulls’ defense through a 20-points-in-20-minutes display (on 7-of-12 shooting), paired with five rebounds, three assists, five 3-pointers, and a +13 plus-minus in the win.

Two-and-a-half weeks before the 2025 NBA Playoffs began, 16-year superstar Stephen Curry took to his postgame presser, uttering five words that should’ve perked the ears of every Western Conference contender: “The tank is pretty full.” Using it to fuel the Golden State Warriors’ Game One road win, No. 30 unleashed the full checklist on April 20, 2025. Unconscious trifectas from the Houston Rockets’ sidecourt logos. Geometrically-unfair, shot-clock-beating 3-pointers, all the while falling out of bounds; if it could be done, Curry forced the unsupporting Texas crowd to ensure it during the series opener. The final play-by-play tallied Curry for five different 3-pointers of 25+ feet away, planting the seeds for a 31-point, six-rebound, three-assist, one-steal finish on rock-solid efficiency overall (12-of-19), from deep (five-of-nine), and from the foul line (two-of-two). Riding the wave of their “Splash Brother,” the Warriors cruised to a statement-sending Game One win, immediately stealing homecourt advantage against a common foe.

Akin to that of a single-elimination March Madness clash, a Game Seven often has a way of introducing sometimes-unpredictable heroes who — after a string of unforgettable plays — etch their presence into a franchise’s heart forever. During May 4, 2025’s showdown on the Houston Rockets’ home floor, such an honor belonged to Buddy Hield. Fusing the best traits of “Splash Brothers” both past and present into a one-of-a-kind display, the first-year Golden State Warriors sharpshooter races into one particularly-memorable instance, racing against the clock at the first quarter’s end. Pumping his brakes — ironically — at the Toyota Center’s sidecourt emblem, Hield buries a buzzer-beating 42-footer, offering perhaps a warning sign of what was to come. Eventually the No. 1 scorer on a floor of All-Stars and Most Valuable Players by the final buzzer, Hield’s legacy-defining demonstration encouraged 33 points (on 12-of-15 shooting), accompanied by three rebounds, three assists, one steal, two blocks, and nine trifectas.

There is no “preferred time” for opponents to ever go head-to-head against Stephen Curry, but if 16 years of NBA history has confirmed anything, it’s that 29 franchises should hope to avoid drawing one specific calendar date: February 27. Chronicled already for a 53-point “arrival”-type performance in 2013, the infamous double “bang” in Oklahoma City in 2016, and a 50-point showpiece in 2018, Curry eyeballs his next victim, starting by adjusting his sights to a quite-fitting 51-foot buzzer-beater. By that point, the Golden State Warriors found themselves in a 14-point halftime hole, but a message to the NBA’s No. 1-ranked defense had been sent. History’s most celebrated sniper dedicated the next two quarters to verifying precisely why, using a 35-point (on 14 shot) exhibit to begin the Warriors’ climb back, a journey that ultimately closed in victory. Approaching something close to his Most Valuable Player-winning levels over the post-All-Star break stretch, Curry’s greatness against the Orlando Magic encouraged 56 points, four rebounds, three assists, and two steals. Closely behind were double-take-worthy marks from the field (16-of-25), from deep (12-of-19), and from the charity stripe (12-of-12), prompting a 15th 50-point game, and a 32.6-point scoring average on said date.

With 2024-25’s No. 2 finisher in dunks made heading their frontcourt, the Detroit Pistons weren’t necessarily one for secrets, in terms of how they planned to attack opposing defenses. Only a few spots down on the leaderboard, Trayce Jackson-Davis took to January 9, 2025’s game eager to prove that two could play at that game. Ensured of plenty of space and gravity, given the superhuman shooting ability of his pick-and-roll partner, Jackson-Davis collects a pocket pass with only Tobias Harris standing in his way. Meeting Detroit’s veteran swingman at the summit, Jackson-Davis makes his presence known with a one-handed power jam in the early first quarter. Seemingly eager to create posters throughout January’s first week, Jackson-Davis paired his in-air excellence with a box score that told a similar story. Vital in his role during the Golden State Warriors’ win, Jackson-Davis finished with 14 points (on seven-of-nine shooting), paired with 10 rebounds and three assists.

Perhaps it’s only inevitable that after sharing the floor with NBA history’s most celebrated 3-point shooter, mannerisms — and abilities to connect from far out — are bound to seep into one’s DNA. Determined to help the Golden State Warriors survive an early, fast-paced track meet on January 23, 2025, Moses Moody settles into uncovered land along the slot area, preparing to test his shooting gifts once more on a spot-up. Chef-like —  dare one say — in what immediately ensues, Moody elevates, pirouetting into that ever-familiar look-away before the 3-pointer even sinks through, paying tribute to his two-time Most Valuable Player-winning teammate, while simultaneously gifting him an assist. On the doorstep of a double-digit scoring average for the first time in his career, Moody was a shining star against the Chicago Bulls, accumulating 16 points (on 6-of-10 shooting), to pair with three rebounds, four assists, and four 3-pointers. Additional rewards arrived through a 25-point win, as Golden State returned to .500, with better days arriving over the following month.

Moses Moody

If there were ever a perfect time for a nine-year veteran to produce the greatest statistical game of his life, a road Game Seven as the underdog likely qualifies as second to none. With each of his high-profile All-Star teammates relatively bottled by the Houston Rockets’ well-respected defense, May 4, 2025’s slugfest appeared to be “taking applications,” regarding the night’s defining talent. Through 42-foot buzzer-beaters, pump-fake-and-sidestep triples, and accurate catch-and-shoot spot-ups of every variation, Buddy Hield presented himself as the man for the job, allowing the Golden State Warriors to keep the Western Conference’s No. 2 seed at arm’s distance throughout. It wasn’t enough to merely be productive —  Hield’s long-range downpour became one of brilliance, as he tied NBA history’s record for the most 3-point makes in a Game Seven setting (nine). Remarkable on both sides of the floor, Hield secured a permanent spot in Golden State’s highlight vignettes through a 33-point finish (on 12-of-15 shooting), backed by three boards, three assists, one steals, two swats, and the aforementioned trifecta record.

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